Out of curiosity, how has the general public reacted to the Shadow Schism? Its always been asserted that the average commoner has no reason to think their favourite musician is also a spy or assassin—that’s the stuff of conspiracy.
However, how does J. Average percieve deaths of Paelion? When suddenly her favourite Paelion bards have been declared dead and Thuranni is now an independent house? Has the Mark of Shadow accidentally stuck a toe into the light?
Really appreciate your coverage of the houses in this way, btw! Thank you for adding depth to them in such diverse and interesting ways!
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